The Pro Players & Entertainers Network ™ (PPEN) is an interactive social and business network of retired professional athletes and players which has been developed as an ambitious player advocacy program. Created by Dr. Joseph Profit former NFL #1 draft pick for the Atlanta Falcons in 1971. The PPEN social networking platform and player advocacy program provides retired athletes and players’ assistance with healthcare and special medical issues,as well as, career transition needs, after sports career counseling, marketing and lobbying. The PPEN advocacy program will also help protect and preserve the intellectual property rights of retired players and help them meet their future financial goals and needs.

It is a documented fact that only 2% of retired players and athletes move on to successful careers when they are done playing sports. Dr. Profit, a member of this thin minority, became a successful entrepreneur creating a wealth of income for himself and those around him. A key to his success was his networking skills and an uncanny ability to put the right people together in a team environment to get huge results. Recognizing an immediate need to foster an environment where individuals could network and success stories could be shared, advice given and benefits would be offered, the Pro Players & Entertainers Network ™ (PPEN) was formed.

Now like-minded individuals can mix and mingle with up and coming pro athletes, high profile executives, and celebrities to create a pool of resources that can propel any business or individual to immediate success. Unlike other social networks our community is heavily moderated, thereby providing a secure environment that prevents spamming, and abuse.

We invite you to join our private community. We welcome you to share your visions, stories of success, tales of failure, moments of triumph and more. We have also partnered with several companies to bring you exclusive member benefits.

Our members enjoy discounts from preferred vendors including (but not limited to):
1. Procare RX – A money saving way for members to get their prescriptions
2. Russell Athletic – The clothing choice of athletes at a discount
3. Godwin Motors – Your source for high quality luxury vehicles at a great price!
4. American Airlines – Preferred Discounts on air travel and hotels
5. PGA Superstore – The largest selection of golf equipment at the best prices
6. Sorrell Dental – Making your smile the best it can be at the best price!
7. Greenberg Traurig Law Firm – To handle all of your confidential legal affairs
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Remember to mention your PPEN Membership when contacting our preferred vendors for services!

The Falcons are relatively new to the national stage and with leaders like third-year quarterback Matt Ryan at the helm, the assumption that this year’s No. 1 seed is a young team, bursting with wide-eyed young players.

But the reality is that general manager Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Mike Smith have assembled a roster of young players who began playing valuable minutes as rookies and veterans who have more than a few years of playoff experience. The equation has been a good one this season as the Falcons have relied on the enthusiasm and youth of the young guys and the leadership and savvy of the veterans.

Of the 53 players on the roster, 29 of them were on the roster in 2008 when the Falcons last went to the playoffs, including 16 of the team’s current starters. There are six additional players currently on the roster that weren’t with the Falcons in ’08, but have been on playoff teams in their careers.

Todd McClure, the Falcons’ current Ironman, holder of the franchise’s current starts streak, has been on Atlanta’s last three playoff teams, dating back to 2002. The center was a starter on the offensive lines on those…